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Originally Published 5 months ago — by Investor's Business Daily
Union Pacific's proposed $320 per share acquisition of Norfolk Southern aims to create America's first coast-to-coast freight railroad, promising cost savings and faster service, but faces market skepticism and regulatory hurdles, leading to a decline in both stocks amid broader industry implications.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNN
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern plan a $72 billion merger to create America's first transcontinental freight railroad, which could reshape the US rail industry, but faces regulatory hurdles and concerns over service quality and market competition.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Investor's Business Daily
Union Pacific is considering acquiring either CSX or Norfolk Southern to create a transcontinental railroad line, which could increase competition for trucking and benefit under President Trump's policies. CSX and Norfolk Southern stocks rose on reports of the potential deal, while Union Pacific's stock slipped. BofA analysts upgraded CSX and maintained a buy on Norfolk Southern, citing strategic improvements and market potential.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Semafor
Union Pacific is exploring a potential coast-to-coast merger with either CSX or Norfolk Southern, working with Morgan Stanley, which would require multiple regulatory approvals and could reshape the US rail industry by creating the first transcontinental railroad, potentially boosting competition against trucking.